United States Postal Service Jobs Hiring Now
United States Postal Service is hiring for 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in electrical engineering and customer support, with listed salaries up to about $198,000. Migrate Mate updates United States Postal Service's live openings daily. The United States Postal Service is a federal government agency that delivers mail and packages nationwide, and employs professionals across law, engineering, automotive, and law enforcement.
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United States Postal Service hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 13
- Top team
- Electrical Engineering
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Washington
- Salary range
- $67,000–$198,000
Listed salaries for United States Postal Service roles on Migrate Mate range from about $67,000 to $198,000 per year across 13 open roles, as of July 16, 2026.
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Summary
The Trial Attorney serves as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney while litigating mail theft and other complex cases as designated by the Chief Inspector or designee for an assigned division/ geographic region of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. This position will be filled though a term limited contract appointment under 39 U.S.C §1001(c).
Learn more about this agency
This job is open to
The public
Clarification from the agency
All U.S. Citizens, permanent resident aliens, citizens of American Samoa or any other territory owing allegiance to the United States. Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
Duties
- Represents the United States Postal Service in the prosecution of federal crimes.
- Develops and recommends strategies and coordinates the preparation of litigation for mail theft, mail fraud and other complex cases.
- Performs all aspects of criminal discovery, motions practice, trials and appeals.
- Meets with defense attorneys in advance of trial to conduct pre-trial conferences and negotiations.
- Works closely with postal inspectors and other law enforcement agents, witnesses and victims during criminal investigations, trial preparation and all phases of litigation.
- Conducts legal research. Prepares memoranda and briefs on questions of law. Prepares pleadings.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status. Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
- The Inspection Service criminal background check is conducted using United States information resources only (e.g., FBI fingerprint check, state and county checks). A criminal background check involves a 10-year inquiry for any location where the individual has resided, worked or gone to school within the United States or its territories. As a result of this limitation, the criminal background checks of individuals who have not resided in the United States or its territories for the preceding 5-years may not be considered complete. The Inspection Service may be able to process inquiries for U.S. Citizens only, but only if their time spent out of the country was spent as: a trailing spouse or dependent of someone working for the U.S. government (military or civilian), a missionary, a student attending school in a foreign country, a Peace Corps participant, or as an employee of a U.S.-based employer/company. If the Inspection Service is unable to perform a complete background check because of residency outside the United States, such individuals will be ineligible for Postal employment.
- Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free.
Qualifications
- Ability to conduct legal research to gather and interpret information and ensure accuracy of details, using resources such as internal and external documents, archives, electronic databases, and interviews.
- Ability to provide legal advice and services and to formulate opinions involving the analysis and interpretation of federal, state, and local laws.
- Ability to litigate cases before federal courts.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including the ability to negotiate with third parties on behalf of clients and to prepare legal documents and presentations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain status as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney.
- SPECIAL CONDITION: Qualified applicants must be licensed and in good standing in a state bar.
- EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: At least three years of experience in legal practice, of which one year may be met through the completion of a judicial clerkship. The clerkship must be documented in the applicant's résumé.
- SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Applicant must submit to a Tier 5 Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) and a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if required. This investigation requires, among other things, completion of a questionnaire and fingerprinting for a criminal records check. The investigation may require a drug test. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance while holding this position.
Education
Applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Additional information
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System.
- Applicants must be age 18 at the time of hire.
- Please add the following email domain addresses to your contact list right away to allow correspondence, especially if you use SPAM blocking software, use a yahoo or Gmail account, or use a work or military email address! @usps.gov @psionline.com @geninfo.com.
- You may receive multiple requests for background checks in regards to this employment opportunity. Respond to all requests quickly as we anticipate filling our vacancies quickly and nonresponses may result in disqualification for this opportunity.
- Newly appointed employees are subject to a 1-year probationary period.
- Reimbursement of relocation expenses will NOT be authorized.
- This position requires a SSBI clearance. This process can take up to 6 months from the date the offer letter is returned.
- The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
We offer excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plan, savings/investment plan with employer contribution, flexible spending, annual and sick leave.
Review our benefits
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants must be available for screening activities, including an interview. We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
How to Apply
You will need to apply via our on-line application process at www.usps.com/employment. You will need to create an applicant profile.
Once you are on the website, click "Search our latest job postings" OR select "Start your eCareer profile." You will have an opportunity to upload any requested documents to your profile.
This is a two-step application process requiring you to create a profile and submit an application for the position you are
applying for.
You will receive two email confirmations:
- An email confirming your profile is complete.
- After submitting your application, you will receive a second email confirming your application has been successfully submitted.
All applicants must apply online at www.usps.com/careers to be considered for this employment opportunity.
Paper or Emailed Applications for Employment will not be accepted in person or by email. You must have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment opportunities, examinations, interviews and background checks will be conveyed by email.
Applicants entitled to veterans' preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act may apply for any posted position. If you are a military veteran, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 (Member Copy #4 only), Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to your application under the Veterans Preference tab or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans' preference.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting's closing date.
Agency contact information
Administrative Operations
475 L'Enfant Plaza, SW
Washington, DC 20261
US
Next steps
You will be contacted via email on the status of your application. If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the examination may be limited.
Overview
The salary will be based on previous experience, salary history, and current postal pay policies.
- 0905 Attorney
- Credentialing
- Suitability/Fitness
Summary
The Trial Attorney serves as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney while litigating mail theft and other complex cases as designated by the Chief Inspector or designee for an assigned division/ geographic region of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. This position will be filled though a term limited contract appointment under 39 U.S.C §1001(c).
Learn more about this agency
This job is open to
The public
Clarification from the agency
All U.S. Citizens, permanent resident aliens, citizens of American Samoa or any other territory owing allegiance to the United States. Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
Duties
- Represents the United States Postal Service in the prosecution of federal crimes.
- Develops and recommends strategies and coordinates the preparation of litigation for mail theft, mail fraud and other complex cases.
- Performs all aspects of criminal discovery, motions practice, trials and appeals.
- Meets with defense attorneys in advance of trial to conduct pre-trial conferences and negotiations.
- Works closely with postal inspectors and other law enforcement agents, witnesses and victims during criminal investigations, trial preparation and all phases of litigation.
- Conducts legal research. Prepares memoranda and briefs on questions of law. Prepares pleadings.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status. Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
- The Inspection Service criminal background check is conducted using United States information resources only (e.g., FBI fingerprint check, state and county checks). A criminal background check involves a 10-year inquiry for any location where the individual has resided, worked or gone to school within the United States or its territories. As a result of this limitation, the criminal background checks of individuals who have not resided in the United States or its territories for the preceding 5-years may not be considered complete. The Inspection Service may be able to process inquiries for U.S. Citizens only, but only if their time spent out of the country was spent as: a trailing spouse or dependent of someone working for the U.S. government (military or civilian), a missionary, a student attending school in a foreign country, a Peace Corps participant, or as an employee of a U.S.-based employer/company. If the Inspection Service is unable to perform a complete background check because of residency outside the United States, such individuals will be ineligible for Postal employment.
- Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free.
Qualifications
- Ability to conduct legal research to gather and interpret information and ensure accuracy of details, using resources such as internal and external documents, archives, electronic databases, and interviews.
- Ability to provide legal advice and services and to formulate opinions involving the analysis and interpretation of federal, state, and local laws.
- Ability to litigate cases before federal courts.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including the ability to negotiate with third parties on behalf of clients and to prepare legal documents and presentations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain status as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney.
- SPECIAL CONDITION: Qualified applicants must be licensed and in good standing in a state bar.
- EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: At least three years of experience in legal practice, of which one year may be met through the completion of a judicial clerkship. The clerkship must be documented in the applicant's résumé.
- SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Applicant must submit to a Tier 5 Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) and a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if required. This investigation requires, among other things, completion of a questionnaire and fingerprinting for a criminal records check. The investigation may require a drug test. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance while holding this position.
Education
Applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Additional information
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System.
- Applicants must be age 18 at the time of hire.
- Please add the following email domain addresses to your contact list right away to allow correspondence, especially if you use SPAM blocking software, use a yahoo or Gmail account, or use a work or military email address! @usps.gov @psionline.com @geninfo.com.
- You may receive multiple requests for background checks in regards to this employment opportunity. Respond to all requests quickly as we anticipate filling our vacancies quickly and nonresponses may result in disqualification for this opportunity.
- Newly appointed employees are subject to a 1-year probationary period.
- Reimbursement of relocation expenses will NOT be authorized.
- This position requires a SSBI clearance. This process can take up to 6 months from the date the offer letter is returned.
- The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
We offer excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plan, savings/investment plan with employer contribution, flexible spending, annual and sick leave.
Review our benefits
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants must be available for screening activities, including an interview. We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
How to Apply
You will need to apply via our on-line application process at www.usps.com/employment. You will need to create an applicant profile.
Once you are on the website, click "Search our latest job postings" OR select "Start your eCareer profile." You will have an opportunity to upload any requested documents to your profile.
This is a two-step application process requiring you to create a profile and submit an application for the position you are
applying for.
You will receive two email confirmations:
- An email confirming your profile is complete.
- After submitting your application, you will receive a second email confirming your application has been successfully submitted.
All applicants must apply online at www.usps.com/careers to be considered for this employment opportunity.
Paper or Emailed Applications for Employment will not be accepted in person or by email. You must have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment opportunities, examinations, interviews and background checks will be conveyed by email.
Applicants entitled to veterans' preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act may apply for any posted position. If you are a military veteran, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 (Member Copy #4 only), Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to your application under the Veterans Preference tab or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans' preference.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting's closing date.
Agency contact information
Administrative Operations
475 L'Enfant Plaza, SW
Washington, DC 20261
US
Next steps
You will be contacted via email on the status of your application. If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the examination may be limited.
Overview
The salary will be based on previous experience, salary history, and current postal pay policies.
- 0905 Attorney
- Credentialing
- Suitability/Fitness
Job Roles at United States Postal Service
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United States Postal Service's 13 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are electrical engineering, customer support, and business operations. The United States Postal Service is a federal agency responsible for mail and package delivery across the country. Its workforce spans a wide range of disciplines, including attorneys, automotive technicians, electronics technicians, forensic specialists, and postal inspectors. Most United States Postal Service roles are based in Washington, with some in San Francisco and Washington Dulles International Airport.
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How many jobs is United States Postal Service hiring for right now?
United States Postal Service is hiring for 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in electrical engineering and customer support. Roles span legal, technical, automotive, forensic, and law enforcement functions, reflecting the agency's broad operational needs across postal delivery, inspection services, and fleet maintenance.
What kinds of roles does United States Postal Service hire for?
The most active teams are electrical engineering, customer support, and business operations. Current openings at United States Postal Service include attorneys, trial attorneys, forensic analysts, automotive technicians, electronics technicians, and postal inspectors with program management responsibilities. Most postings are across all levels, covering both specialized professional positions and skilled technical trades within the agency.
Are United States Postal Service jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of United States Postal Service's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Washington. Each United States Postal Service listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at United States Postal Service?
Find a United States Postal Service role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to United States Postal Service's own application portal on usps.com. United States Postal Service manages its own hiring process directly, including any assessments, background checks, or federal employment requirements specific to each position.
What do United States Postal Service jobs pay?
Listed salaries for United States Postal Service roles on Migrate Mate range from about $67,000 to $198,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Exact pay is set by United States Postal Service and shown on each listing.
Does United States Postal Service hire entry-level?
Most of United States Postal Service's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual United States Postal Service listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is United States Postal Service hiring?
Most United States Postal Service roles are based in Washington, with some in San Francisco and Washington Dulles International Airport, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.